Such a useful word in Chinese… “stuff!” Transition’s singer Jesse returns and finds out the fascinating reason why the word for “stuff” in Chinese is made up of the words East and West. Also, find out how to avoid insulting people.



116 - Stuff in Chinese with ShaoLan and Jesse Edbrooke from Transition band

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World leading economist Erik Brynjolfsson visits the Talk Chineasy studio in London to learn a hugely important word for our lives in Chinese, “work”!  Also, find out how to say “I want to work!” and “I don’t want to work”!



121 - Work in Chinese with ShaoLan and Professor Erik Brynjolfsson from MIT

Philanthropist Nicholas Berggruen speaks with ShaoLan about the importance of “holistic” philanthropy and the best ways to empower people. He has already endowed the Berggruen Institute and joined the “Giving Pledge” to donate most of his wealth to charity. 



120 - Philanthropy in Chinese with ShaoLan and Philanthropist Nicolas Berggruen

“Do you believe me?” ShaoLan jokes with Guruduth Banavar, VP and Chief Science Officer of IBM. Guruduth discovers the word for “believe” in Chinese and shares a touching story of helping a friend rediscover how to believe in themselves.



119 - To Believe in Chinese with ShaoLan and Chief Science Officer Guruduth Banavar from IBM

“Eat the real thing!” recommends renowned doctor David Agus, as he learns the Chinese word for “juice” and shares with the listeners about his bestseller “A Short Guide To a Long Life.” 



118 - Juice in Chinese with ShaoLan and Oncologist and Bestselling Author David Agus

Transition drummer Josh learns these descriptive words in Chinese in a funny and engaging lesson. 



116 - Stuff in Chinese with ShaoLan and Jesse Edbrooke from Transition band

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